South Africa Cape Town Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Cape Town is very-high
February is very-high for Cape Town.
Late summer continues at peak. Slightly less crowded than January but rates stay elevated.
Travel score
Cape Town February Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
4
20mm total
Sunshine
11h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
20 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
18°C
cold for swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
16°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
20 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Daytime 16-27°C
- Sunny ~90% of days
- Lunar New Year travel window
Cons
- Hotels at peak rates
February Events & Festivals
- Lunar New Year peak
- Late South African summer
Cape Town in February — Full Picture
Late summer continues at peak. Slightly less crowded than January but rates stay elevated.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light cottons and shorts.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
23°C
12°C
6.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
17.7°C
7.7°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22°C
12°C
5.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current26.7°C
15.7°C
3.7/mo
Cape Town Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 27° | 16° | 4d·15mm | 11h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 27° | 16° | 4d·20mm | 11h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 26° | 14° | 5d·25mm | 10h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 23° | 12° | 6d·50mm | 8h | 73% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 20° | 10° | 8d·100mm | 6h | 78% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 8° | 9d·110mm | 6h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 7° | 9d·90mm | 6h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 8° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 75% | 4 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 20° | 10° | 7d·50mm | 8h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 22° | 12° | 6d·35mm | 10h | 70% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 24° | 14° | 4d·20mm | 11h | 65% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 26° | 15° | 3d·15mm | 11h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Cape Town February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Cape Town?
Cape Town in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Cape Town in February?
Cape Town February averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Cape Town in February?
Cape Town February averages 20mm of rainfall over about 4 rainy days.
What should I wear in Cape Town in February?
Light cottons and shorts.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Cape Town in February?
Cape Town February sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 19:50, with 13h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Cape Town in February?
Cape Town February air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Cape Town in February?
In February, Cape Town is great for Table Mountain, Cape Point, Boulders Beach.
Is February peak season in Cape Town?
Cape Town February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.